My youngest son just turned 10. TEN! Yes, we had 5 different parties and my carpet will never be the same. But I mean, TEN!

Each landmark that flies by makes me cling to hope that what I'm doing is okay, that I am giving my sons everything they need to equip them to handle a world that isn't always as nice, easy or friendly as it should be.

Will they use their gifts wisely, will they be courageous but not foolhardy, soft-hearted but not spineless? And isn't that all a bit much to lay on a 10-year-old?

Today is also the 1st birthday of Parent24, a community that every day helps me to feel stronger and less alone as a parent just trying to do my best. Thanks for being a part of it.

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